FSSAI’s ‘food’ van at your doorsteps

Chennai | Friday | 22nd June, 2018

Summary:

In a van equipped with a laboratory, the team is heading to neighbourhoods to teach them how to spot food adulteration. Don't be surprised if a team from Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) calls on you. DART consists 40 simple and quick tests that can be performed on food samples that include dairy products, spices and condiments, edible oils, salt and food grains. Consumers who may have a complaint to send to Food Safety and Drug Administration Department may send it to the WhatsApp number: 94440 42322. An official attached to the Food Safety and Drug Administration Department in Saidapet says, “The objective of the exercise is to create awareness among consumers about various forms of food adulteration..